In nine years, the share of photovoltaic plants in the global energy matrix has grown from 1% to 6%. Which countries are pioneers in the transition to renewable energies?As global demand for electricity grows, the share of the Sun in the energy matrix is ??increasing. Although the preference is still for coal (35%) and natural … Continue reading Solar photovoltaics are advancing worldwide
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India’s challenges and opportunities for photovoltaic (PV), energy storage cells in 2025
With the push for global energy transition and policy incentives, India’s renewable energy has rapidly progressed. As one of the world’s top five PV markets, India’s PV demand is experiencing substantial growth driven by supportive policies and massive power needs. According to the National Energy Plan (NEP) 2023, India aims to achieve a PV installed capacity … Continue reading India’s challenges and opportunities for photovoltaic (PV), energy storage cells in 2025
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The price of photovoltaic wafers suffers a significant reduction
The data is part of the InfoLink newsletter, which monitors the global costs of the main inputs in the photovoltaic production chain.The price of wafers for 182 mm P-Type photovoltaic power cells continues to fall on the international market: after falling 3.9% in October, the input started the first week of November at a price … Continue reading The price of photovoltaic wafers suffers a significant reduction
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Axian Energy secures €84mln financing for Senegal’s largest solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery Project
Axian Energy, a subsidiary of Madagascar-headquartered Pan-African business group Axian, announced on Tuesday that it has closed €84 million in financing for a solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery energy storage system (BESS) project in southern Senegal. The Kolda project, valued at over €105 million, involves two solar PV plants with a combined 60 MW capacity … Continue reading Axian Energy secures €84mln financing for Senegal’s largest solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery Project
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Photovoltaic and wind energy in the first week of November
In the first week of November, prices in the main European electricity markets rose, with most of their weekly averages exceeding €110/MWh. In some markets, hourly prices were the highest since 2022, and in others, the highest of this year. The increase in demand, as well as the decrease in wind energy production and photovoltaic … Continue reading Photovoltaic and wind energy in the first week of November
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Photovoltaic trends in 2024
Amid a backdrop of massive installations and evolving metrics, IEA-PVPS 2024 “Trends Report” encapsulates significant shifts in photovoltaic deployment across the globe, reflecting PV’s evolving role in energy systems and underscoring its capacity to meet global demands. The association explores the trends identified in the report, noting the milestones, regional dynamics, and the implications of … Continue reading Photovoltaic trends in 2024
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In 12 months the renewables market has moved but governments have not
Tripling global renewables is the single biggest action the world can take for the climate this decade. An analysis of 2030 renewables targets shows that, while renewables markets are surging, governments have not updated renewables ambition in the lead-up to COP29. ? Download PDF Katye Altieri Electricity Transition Analyst (Global)Ember Oya Zaimoglu Data Analyst (2030 … Continue reading In 12 months the renewables market has moved but governments have not
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EWA invites bids for 44 MWp Solar photovoltaic (PV) plant at University of Bahrain
Bahrain’s Electricity and Water Authority (EWA) has announced a tender for the construction of a 44 megawatt-peak (MWp) solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant at the University of Bahrain (UOB) campus. The project aims to generate approximately 75 Gigawatt-hours (GWh) of clean energy annually, supporting Bahrain’s commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 30 percent by … Continue reading EWA invites bids for 44 MWp Solar photovoltaic (PV) plant at University of Bahrain
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Atlantic Copper and Alter Enersun agree to build a 30 MWp photovoltaic plant for self-consumption
The Huelva-based metallurgical company Atlantic Copper, a leader in the manufacture of high-purity refined copper in Spain, and Alter Enersun, a benchmark in the renewable energy sector, have signed a long-term strategic agreement for the purchase and sale of green energy (Power Purchase Agreement or PPA) for the construction of a 30 MWp photovoltaic plant, … Continue reading Atlantic Copper and Alter Enersun agree to build a 30 MWp photovoltaic plant for self-consumption
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India adds 20 GW of solar photovoltaic and wind capacity in last 9 months
Capacity additions led by solar PV. India remains the leader in renewable energy, having added 20,146 gigawatts (GW) of solar PV and wind capacity in the first nine months of the year (9M 2024). According to JMK Research, solar PV accounted for the largest share of new capacity, at 17,444 megawatts (MW), while wind added … Continue reading India adds 20 GW of solar photovoltaic and wind capacity in last 9 months
Continue readingNDCs 3.0 a ‘Make or Break’ for Global Goal to Triple Renewables by 2030
Even if all COP announcements to date were to be fully implemented, a significant CO2 emission gap would still need to be closed by 2050, according to IRENA’s World Energy Transitions Outlook 2024. Released at the opening of the UN Climate Conference COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, the Agency’s 1.5°C Scenario outlines a net-zero path by … Continue reading NDCs 3.0 a ‘Make or Break’ for Global Goal to Triple Renewables by 2030
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World’s largest floating photovoltaic plant goes into operation in Taiwan with 440 MW
Hexa Renewables has put the world’s largest offshore floating PV plant into operation in Taiwan. Its total installed capacity is no less than 440 MW and covers 347 hectares of land provided by the government.This giant plant can supply energy to around 74,000 households.Chenya Energy, a former subsidiary of Hexa’s investor I Squared Capital, developed … Continue reading World’s largest floating photovoltaic plant goes into operation in Taiwan with 440 MW
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‘Photovoltaic Great Wall’ could power Beijing by 2030
Aiming to combine renewable energy development with combating desertification, an ambitious initiative known as the “Solar Great Wall” is moving forward in Ordos, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, local authorities said. The mammoth project, spanning 400 kilometers in length with an average width of 5 km, not only promises to supply sustainable electricity to Beijing and … Continue reading ‘Photovoltaic Great Wall’ could power Beijing by 2030
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Spain approves 7 photovoltaic and hybrid projects in the first week of November for 587.21 MW
The Official State Gazette for the month of November contains announcements corresponding to 7 photovoltaic projects for 587.21 MW, including 222.09 MW belonging to Endesa.Application for declaration of public utility of the photovoltaic projects FV Tan Energy 2 and FV Tan Energy 4, of 43.35 MW respectively, in the municipality of Jimena de la Frontera, … Continue reading Spain approves 7 photovoltaic and hybrid projects in the first week of November for 587.21 MW
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Offshore floating photovoltaic plant in Fujian in China sends electricity to grid
The first phase of an offshore photovoltaic (PV) power-generation platform built in the sea off Dongshan county, East China’s Fujian province, started supplying electricity to the grid on Friday. The project, operated by the China Three Gorges Corporation, is the country’s first offshore PV project built in a sea area with high wind speeds, and … Continue reading Offshore floating photovoltaic plant in Fujian in China sends electricity to grid
Continue readingIndia’s solar photovoltaic (PV) module exports have seen a remarkable surge, increasing nearly 23-fold from FY22 to FY24
India’s solar photovoltaic (PV) module exports have seen a remarkable surge, increasing nearly 23-fold from FY22 to FY24, according to a report by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) and JMK Research & Analytics. This marks a significant shift for India, which has traditionally been a consumer and importer of solar modules, … Continue reading India’s solar photovoltaic (PV) module exports have seen a remarkable surge, increasing nearly 23-fold from FY22 to FY24
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Iran’s wind power and photovoltaic plant capacity increased by 500 MW by mid-March
According to SATBA data for the end of the sixth month of the Iranian calendar of Shahrivar (September 21), the share of wind power plants is 29 percent, and that of photovoltaic (PV) power plants, with 595.16 MW, is 60 percent.“Taking into account the capacity of new power plants under construction, by the end of … Continue reading Iran’s wind power and photovoltaic plant capacity increased by 500 MW by mid-March
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Uzbekistan aims to have more than 18,000 MW of wind energy and photovoltaic solar power by 2030
By 2026, Uzbekistan plans to have 5,000 MW of photovoltaic (PV) and wind capacity, and by 2030 this figure is expected to exceed 18,000 MW. This would allow the country to produce 50 billion kWh of electricity per year, save 15 billion cubic meters of natural gas and avoid the emission of 21 million tons … Continue reading Uzbekistan aims to have more than 18,000 MW of wind energy and photovoltaic solar power by 2030
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Science, geopolitics and economics of solar photovoltaic energy
In this article I show a brief mix of science (obtaining silicon), geopolitics (China’s hegemony) and economics (evolution of solar photovoltaic energy costs). Cycle of obtaining a photovoltaic module from its raw material: silicon. Here I focus on obtaining silicon The solar photovoltaic energy production industry owes its success, among other reasons, to obtaining high-purity … Continue reading Science, geopolitics and economics of solar photovoltaic energy
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The consequences of Donald Trump’s re-election for renewable energies such as wind power and photovoltaic
The transition to sustainable energy faces challenges as Trump outlines fossil fuel production strategies. He is a skeptic and an ignoramus when it comes to everything related to climate change, and nothing good can be expected from an already well-known character.Trump has already declared his hatred of wind energy by spreading lies and falsehoods again … Continue reading The consequences of Donald Trump’s re-election for renewable energies such as wind power and photovoltaic
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